Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Released February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon S9500
- Later Model is Nikon S9900
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S4300 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the S9700 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S4300 matches up versus the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Nikon S9700
S4300 | S9700 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon S4300
S9700 | S4300 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S9700
S4300 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S4300 versus the S9700.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and S9700.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S4300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 lb) | 232 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $119 | $350 |